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Dark Magenta

Hex Code #8A0AA0

Color Analysis Summary

Color #8A0AA0, historically referred to as Dark Magenta, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 54% red, 4% green, and 63% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 138, Green: 10, and Blue: 160. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #8A0AA0. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 291°, a saturation of 88%, and a lightness index of 33%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 63%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #8A0AA0 into your UI layout is highly recommended for building visual hierarchy, either as a primary brand marker or a subtle secondary accent. When paired with its programmatic complement or analogous siblings, it creates a highly professional and accessible color scheme.

Color Code Formats

RGB (Red, Green, Blue)138, 10, 160
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)291°, 88%, 33%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)291°, 94%, 63%
CSS Valuergb(138, 10, 160)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background7.98:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)PASS
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)PASS
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)PASS
On Black Background2.63:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)FAIL
AA Large Text (3.0:1)FAIL
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)FAIL

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